Procurement Analyst

Valvoline Global; Brackley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global automotive solutions provider in Brackley is seeking a Procurement Analyst. This role includes supporting procurement functions, managing vendor relations, and utilizing SAP for reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong procurement experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to multi-task effectively. This position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career development. If you're ready to make an impact, apply today.

Benefits

Health Savings Account

Flexible spending accounts

Competitive 401(k)

Incentive opportunities

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

PTO Buy/Sell Options

Adoption assistance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in procurement or purchasing is strongly preferred.
• Must be proficient in SAP and related software for reporting.
• Ability to manage complex projects and data efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Support various aspects of Procurement functions.
• Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations.
• Monitor inventories and ensure on-time deliveries.

Skills

Procurement/Purchasing experience

Proficient in SAP and SAP SNAP

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Excellent relationship skills

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to multi-task

Job description

Why Valvoline Global Operations?

At Valvoline Global Operations, we’re proud to be The Original Motor Oil, but we’ve never rested on being first. Founded in 1866, we introduced the world’s first branded motor oil, staking our claim as a pioneer in the automotive and industrial solutions industry. Today, as an affiliate of Aramco, one of the world’s largest integrated energy and chemicals companies, we are driven by innovation and committed to creating sustainable solutions for a better future.

With a global presence, we develop future‑ready products and provide best‑in‑class services for our partners around the world. For us, originality isn’t just about where we began; it’s about where we’re headed and how we’ll lead the way. We are originality in motion.

Our corporate values—Care, Integrity, Passion, Unity, and Excellence—are at the heart of everything we do. These values define how we operate, how we treat one another, and how we engage with our partners, customers, and the communities we serve. At Valvoline Global, we are united in our commitment to:

• Treating everyone with care.
• Acting with unwavering integrity.
• Striving for excellence in all endeavors.
• Delivering on our commitments with passion.
• Collaborating as one unified team.

When you join Valvoline Global, you’ll become part of a culture that celebrates creativity, innovation, and excellence. Together, we’re shaping the future of automotive and industrial solutions.

The Procurement Analyst is responsible for supporting various aspects of our Procurement functions. This role will support Procurement Specialists and Managers in data generation and analytics; complex reporting; manage vendor/contract master data; support project work with new product or product changes; and work closely with vendors in a support capacity to manager or as owning certain spend categories and monitoring demand plan to ensure proper stock levels. As a result, this role will interface regularly with significant vendors. In the role, you would be responsible for:

• Artwork process ownership
• Monitoring inventories, demand plan and on-time and complete deliveries from vendors
• Vendor/Category ownership with mid-size vendors (relationship owner, contract negotiation, strategic planning)
• Answering shared email boxes for questions, challenges, or supply issues
• Other mid-level support functions (contract lifecycle mgmt, develop category presentations, etc.)
• Data generation, analytics, reporting

What You’ll Need

• Procurement/Purchasing experience is strongly preferred
• Very proficient SAP and SAP SNAP reporting, Word, Excel and Power Point skills
• Ability to multi-task, manage complex projects and data and operate very efficiently
• Excellent relationship skills and ability to be a great teammate
• Excellent communications skills
• Detail oriented
• Driven to succeed
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Benefits That Drive Themselves

• Health Savings Account (with employer base deposit and match)
• Flexible spending accounts
• Competitive 401(k) with generous employer base deposit and match
• Incentive opportunity*
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays*
• Employee Assistance Program
• PTO Buy/Sell Options*
• Adoption assistance*
• *Terms and conditions apply, and benefits may differ depending on position or tenure.

Valvoline Global is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and skills. We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We are committed to ensuring accessibility throughout our recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the recruitment or selection process, please contact us at:.

This contact information is solely for accommodation requests. For inquiries about application status, please use the appropriate channels listed in your application materials.

Are You Ready to Make an Impact?

At Valvoline Global, we’re looking for passionate and talented individuals to join our journey of innovation and excellence. Are you ready to shape the future with us? Apply today.